Nursing dog's engorged breasts: Is it milk buildup or mastitis?

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My dog gave birth to 10 pups 3 days ago . This moring i noticed that under 2 brests (next to each other ) it was engorged. Shes dont jave a temp (101.7) and it dosnet bother her . Every search online points to Mastitis. I gave her a supplement called oxy momma that promotes more brest milk for 3 day. Is it possable tbat she has alot of milk build up ? Have anyone seen or heard anything like this ? Her milk is white and dont smell smell

Claudia Fioravanti · Accepted Answer

Engorgement is the previous stage to mastitis, so if you manage to get the milk flowing, you will be safe. If not, the mammary gland will progressively become harder and more painful, progressing to infection that will require medical treatment. If in doubt best to have her checked over, as mastitis can be quite serious. Hope she gets better soon !

Nursing dog's engorged breasts: Is it milk buildup or mastitis?

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